Management Intern

The City of Loveland is seeking a graduate level or postgraduate student to support the City Manager’s Office and gain hands-on experience in the field of public administration.

Our Management Intern position is a temporary, paid internship, requiring an average of less than 25 hours per week for a one-year period , which may include occasional evening commitments presenting to the Loveland City Council and/or community outreach events.

The pay rate for this position is $21.00 to $23.00 per hour, depending on qualifications and experience.

This opportunity will be available until the position is filled.

A current resume and cover letter are required. Candidates selected for interviews may be required to provide a writing sample.

This internship is designed to provide an opportunity to work as an important team member in the City Manager’s Office and will work with staff from several of the City's departments, offering a broad understanding of the diverse operations of municipal government. This position will report directly to the Assistant to the City Manager and will have interaction with the City Manager, Deputy City Manager, City Council, Department Directors and other city employees.

Please view our video Working at Loveland to learn more about our exceptional Loveland community and the benefits of working for the City.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: Provides research, analysis, and project support for the City Manager’s Office. This position will provide input on processes and have the opportunity to facilitate a variety of management projects. The position will work with internal and external stakeholders to perform data collection and analysis and work.

Other primary job functions include:

• Manage special projects and coordinate specific city programs.
• Organize and provide support for community outreach events and public presentations.
• Conducts research and prepares reports that recommend solutions or action plans.
• Engages in constituent relationship management by assisting resident requests for service and information inquiries.
• Develop staff reports, meeting agendas and presentation materials.
• Serves to represent the City Manager's Office in working with governmental officials and other agencies.
• Works closely with City Department Heads, City Council and other City employees on special projects, legislative issues and citizen inquiries.
• Provide administrative support and assist with City Council scheduling and coordination of meetings and travel.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

OTHER JOB FUNCTIONS: The Management Intern role will be key in supporting the City Manager’s Office and furthering the mission and values of the organization. The successful candidate will demonstrate initiative, reliability, and the ability to complete assignments in an accurate and timely manner. The Management Intern role should demonstrate strong organizational and interpersonal skills to facilitate effective team work.

SUPERVISORY DUTIES: None

JOB QUALIFICATIONS:

Knowledge, skills and abilities:

• Strong data collection and analysis skills, including the ability to translate complex topics and data through story telling.
• Written and verbal communication abilities required with strong attention to detail.
• Proficiency with the Microsoft Office application including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Experience with report production materials preferred, but not required.
  

Core Competencies: Accountability & Integrity, Transparency & Honoring the Public Trust, Collaboration, Innovation, Safety, Excellent Service with Courtesy and Kindness

Education and/or experience:

• Enrollment or substantial completion of public administration coursework or a closely related field.
• The desired candidate will possess an interest in a career in public service, specifically focused on local government.
• Familiarity with public presentations, report development, data collection tools, and community engagement methods is preferred.

Licensure and/or certifications: None

Material and equipment directly used: Telephone, personal computer, copier, fax, other standard office machines, software applications necessary for completion of essential job functions

Working conditions and physical requirements: Typical office environment, which requires some bending and kneeling, sitting for extended periods of time, reaching and repetitive keyboard motion. Light physical effort required by moving and positioning objects up to 15 pounds occasionally.

This job description is not designed to contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee.

With over 300 days of sunshine, and just 30 miles from Rocky Mountain National Park in the heart of northern Colorado, Loveland is an ideal community for anyone to call home. Known as the Sweetheart City, this vibrant cultural hub is home to nearly 500 sculptures and public art installations, the world-famous Valentine Remail Program, and picturesque views of the Rocky Mountains. The community is bustling with a thriving arts, brewery, foodie and shopping scene. Enjoy headliner concert and theatre productions, professional hockey events, endless community recreation and open space opportunities, art and sculpture shows, and several local festivals. Loveland also boasts an award-winning golf course and an inclusive library and community center. Loveland, Colorado has EVERYTHING YOU LOVE! In 2020, Loveland was the only Colorado City to win the Governor’s Award for Downtown Excellence, is the top residential recycling City in the state for 4 consecutive years and has been ranked as one of the top places to live, work and raise a family in the U.S. and as one of the Most Idyllic Picturesque towns in America.

Apply today to join more than 800 employees who work to meet the core values of: Accountability & Integrity, Transparency & Honoring the Public Trust, Collaboration, Innovation, Safety, Excellent Service with Courtesy and Kindness. The City of Loveland is a diverse and welcoming community organization and our employees enjoy a competitive benefits program, various opportunities for growth and development, and an exceptional work-life balance.

A vibrant community, surrounded by natural beauty, where you belong!

Non Benefit Eligible Benefits Package Includes:

• Retirement - 457 employee funded plan
• Medical Leave - Up to 48 hours accrued. Accrue 1 hour of leave per 30 hours worked

Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The City of Loveland provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, genetic information, age, or any other status protected under federal, state, and/or local law.

The City of Loveland participates in E-Verify. In accordance with E-Verify requirements, upon your date of hire the City of Loveland will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. E-Verify Notice of Participation. Learn more about your right to work. Visit E-Verify.gov for more information.

A criminal history background check will be obtained pre-employment.

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